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PD-6
PORTABLE LOCATION RECORDER

DV40
DVD MASTER RECORDER

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DV40
DVD Master Recorder

PD-6
DVD Location Recorder

DVD

24bit

TIMECODE DVD-RAM RECORDING

Audio quality
FLEXIBLE RECORDING
The DV40 and PD-6 are capable of
recording up to 24bit audio depending
on recording mode used.

UdF
File Format
UNIVERSAL DISC FORMAT
As the UDF (Universal Disc Format) is utilized, discs
can be read by any computer OS (Windows, Mac,
etc.) which makes for easy transfer of audio files to
and from the recorders for external editing.

Sync
word & video
ALL STANDARD REFERENCES
All the standard clock references of word
and video are included with the ability to
resolve to incoming timecode.

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192kHz available on DV40 only

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Dependent on version

Removable media revolution
Having been a leading pioneer in the field of

stored on DVD-RAM, in real-time, for error-free

professional digital audio for over 16 years, it seemed

recording. Plus, ensuring compatibility throughout the

only natural that Fostex, the inventors of timecode

industry and maximising the DVD-RAM technology,

DAT and portable timecode DAT, should start the next

the DV40 and PD-6 can record multiple channels of

revolution in digital recording - Timecode DVD-RAM.

simultaneous audio (4 with the DV40 and no less than
6 with the PD-6), in a vast number of permutations

REMOVABLE DVD-RAM & RECORDING FORMATS

and in BWF (PD-6 and DV40) or SDII (DV40 only)

Fostex chose DVD-RAM as the most suitable

formats.

successor to DAT after extensive research and
testing. DVD-RAM has excellent reliability and has

IN A CLASS OF THEIR OWN

already established itself as the film industry’s

With the superb audio quality, up to 24-bit / 192kHz 1

preferred media format due to its built-in error

available, the flexible and comprehensive timecode

correction and longevity. This security is enhanced by

facilities and the sheer usability of both machines

the Fostex’s proprietory ‘Verify/Write’ technology

means that the PD-6 and DV40 are not just class

which constantly examines the recorded data being

leaders, they’re in a class of their own.

‘Magless Dailies’
Sound Mixer Chris Munro pioneered and developed the ‘magless
dailies’ concept, originally with the Fostex PD-4 timecode DAT, and has
refined it with the use of Fostex's DVD-RAM products. In fact, Chris was
honoured with the Charles Parkhouse Award for his work in this area of
production sound. The day’s audio can be loaded into a non-linear editor
such as Avid Film Composer2 complete with all the automaticallygenerated scene, take, reel information and more in just a couple of
minutes for each hour of audio directly from the DV40 or PD-6’s DVDRAM disc, with no additional software! After syncing to picture, an
export to another DVD-RAM disc produces the 'daily disc'. The editor
gets all his labelling done for him by the acquisition machine, along
with a guide audio track; the production team watch rushes in original
digital audio; and most importantly, the production saves tens of
thousands of dollars in no longer having to use (and store!) expensive
mag stock, while wiping off hours from the whole post process.

No real-time batch digitizing of audio into editor - save time
No expensive making of mag stock for daily rushes - save money

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No need to covert or
batch digitize audio

No need to make
mag stock

TIME & BUDGET
SAVING

TIME & BUDGET
SAVING

ON SET
Audio acquisition direct to DVD-RAM in
BWF. Scene, slate, take, reel &
timecode automatically stamped to
each file/take.

EDIT SUITE
Fast import of the day's audio files, direct
from DVD-RAM, into Avid Film Composer. All
takes already automatically labelled. After
sync to picture, quick export of the audio track
to the DVD-RAM 'daily disc'.

SCREENING ROOM
'Dailies disc' can be played on a DV40
synced to the screening room's
projector with instant lock and hispeed playback features as standard.

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In Action...
Fostex Timecode DVD-RAM
recorders are currently being used
in major film, TV and post production
applications in the USA, Europe and
beyond. Fostex actively encourages
user feedback and continually
develops the products incorporating
new features and enhancing
usability...

DVD-RAM
Format of choice.
Format of the future.
DVD-RAM is robust, resilient, removable and has a longevity
that a hard disc simply cannot offer. Quite simply it is the
best professional mastering recording format available, as

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the rapid take up in the film industry shows.
However, the DVD-RAM technology needed a serious research

and development process before it could handle the rigours and
demands of multiple track, timecode-locked audio.

And that’s exactly what Fostex undertook when developing the DV40, the world’s first 4track Timecode DVD-RAM master recorder.

Movie Production
Chris Munro - Sound Mixer
One of the world’s leading
Production Sound Mixers and a
BAFTA and Oscar™ award winner,
Chris used Fostex Timecode DVDRAM technology for audio acquisition
on the latest James Bond hit ‘Die
Another Day’. Chris has
pioneered the ‘magless dailies’
process, (see bottom left),
which saved the production a
small fortune.
Always in demand, Chris is
recognised as setting quality
standards in the film industry.

REFINING THE TECHNOLOGY - CONTINUOUS DEVELOPMENT

TV Production

The DV40 was, and is, a revelation. Here is a rackmount unit which can record up to 4
tracks of digital audio to removable DVD-RAM UDF discs in either BWF or SDII formats

Joe Kenworthy - NYPD Blue

presented by today’s ‘random access’ requirements.
The reaction from sound mixers, post production facilities, broadcast professionals and
recording houses was outstanding: they could see that the DV40 could save them time,
could enhance their workflow, could improve their productivity.
But that was only the start - from the moment of launch, Fostex made it clear that the
DV40 would benefit from continual development with users encouraged to request
features and suggest improvements resulting in software updates being made available
via the www.fostexdvd.net web site.

PORTABLE TIMECODE DVD-RAM
With the DVD-RAM technology ‘proved’ in a standalone machine, it was time for a

Post Production

portable solution. A PD-2 / PD-4 user survey and wide-ranging feedback from DV40

Jay Hartigan - Shooters Post

users yielded a wish list of features which included: Six audio tracks, highly accurate
timecode, a minimum 10 second pre-record buffer, flexible power requirements and
management, slate microphone, auxiliary send / return, power for mic receivers, a high
quality mixer and a user interface in keeping with their existing DAT recorders.
Fostex listened to what the sound mixers wanted and involved them in the development
process every step of the way.
The result is the PD-6 Location Recorder.

6: new 8cm dvd-ram

hours, minutes, seconds
& frames ahead of the rest.

DV-40: 200x audio scrub

PD-6: NP-1 type battery

DV-40: ethernet networking

PROFESSIONAL

Sound mixer Joe uses Fostex
Timecode DVD-RAM machines for
audio acquisition on the everpopular NYPD Blue TV series. “The
big thing for me is that I get a digital
file from the beginning, and all our
digital editing machines can
take those files and begin to
work, with less transfer time.
We are using a first-generation
signal all the way through the
chain, which keeps quality high,
and it’s quicker, with no
conversions involved.”

and with full timecode facilities. A machine which elegantly addresses the challenges

PD-6: balanced aux i/o

Jay has been a production sound
mixer for the past 25 years and is
one of three owners of Shooters Post
& Transfer, a Philadelphia based
production facility.
“Every day we transfer 1/4"
production sound to our DV-40
for film transfer. It turns what
was once a slow, tedious sync
session into a fast easy job.
Once the field sound is on DVDRAM we no longer have to wait
for the audio to sync. It’s always
right there.”

DV-40: up to 192kHz

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Main Features
■ BWF recording file format (interleave 1 file
mode) in either 2, 4, 5 & 6 track modes along
with simultaneous two file recording modes of
1+5 and 2+4 tracks for guide track audio
■ Fostex Verify/Write feature constantly
examines data being recorded to DVD-RAM
■ UDF (Universal Disc Format) on DVD-RAM
allows discs to be mounted & read instantly on
both PC and Mac platforms
■ On-board timecode generator with +/-1ppm
accuracy and built-in backup offers all frame
rates including 23.976 and 29.97+ drop and
pull-up/down. Generator can be 24H, Rec Run,
Free Run or external complete with jam, while
output can be repro or generator derived
■ Avid™ compatibility. BWF files recorded on the
PD-6 can be imported directly into Avid Film
Composer2 along with information about
Scene, Take, Reel Number, Event, etc. being
transported and read from the file’s Metadata.
The Metadata area is user-editable for future
expansion
■ Circle Take with dedicated key, to mark
files/takes for easy identification leading to
quick imports referenced in the EDL
■ Up to 100 cue points per file/take
■ Alpha numeric keypad for quick file/take &
track naming, EDL manipulation, location, etc.
■ Option of SDII™ and AIFF file recording modes
are planned via software update
■ EDL management built-in to create & edit
multiple ALE (Avid™ Log Exchange)
compatible edit decision lists per DVD-RAM.

PD-6
DVD Location Recorder
When Fostex embarked on the process to design a successor to the industry standard PD-2
and PD-4 portable timecode DAT machines, we knew we had set ourselves no easy task.
Having invented both timecode and portable timecode DAT, Fostex location recorders had
become, and still are, the most widely used and respected DAT machines for film &
television sound production around the world, helping their users earn respect, gain work
and to win many coveted international awards.
That’s why we knew it was important to follow the design and philosophy processes that
had made our previous machines the first choice of sound mixing professionals. Namely, to
prove the technology in a stationary, stand-alone format and obtain comprehensive & wideranging user-feedback prior to taking it out into the field.
Every aspect was looked at and offered up for evaluation; the recording media, the
functionality of the mixer, the interfacing connections, the timecode implementation and, of

■ IEEE1394 (FireWire) interface for fast mirror
and restore. When interfaced to a PC, PD-6
DVD-RAM discs can be mounted on desktop

course, the user interface.

■ USB port for keyboard connection (utilise
keyboard shortcuts, easy data entry etc.)
■ Pre Record enables PD-6 to constantly buffer
up to 10 secs of audio (no more missed takes)
■ 128 x 64 highly visable, low power
consumption back-lit dot matrix display offers
various modes including alternative level
meter resolution indication modes
■ Auxiliary bus input/output provides for remote
camera working and monitoring (e.g. HD cam)
with switchable output between +4dBu, -10dBu
and -60dBu to cater for most camera
manufacturers requirements. Provided on
industry standard 10-pin Hirose connector
■ Two auxiliary 12volt outputs on industry
standard Hirose 4-pin connectors provide
power for radio mic receivers, etc. to allow for
truly self-contained operation on location
■ Future software developments and updates via
DVD-RAM cartridge and downloadable via PC
from the dedicated web site: www.fostexdvd.net
■ Flexible monitoring through headphones
and/or built in speaker & amplifier. All track
combinations can be monitored post-disc
either individually, in summed mono or stereo
modes. MS monitoring as standard. Aux return
and stereo bus live monitoring is provided plus
individual channel PFL. All accessed through
just two rotary and one toggle switch

■ Slate microphone and tone generator on-board
■ Digital I/O software selectable between
AES/EBU or S/PDif with auto and manual input
sensing switchable in pairs: 1+2, 3+4 and 5+6

slate microphone

6 channel mixer

10 sec (256MB) pr

The result of this process in which some of the
■ NP-1 type battery provides an estimated 2
hours of operation

world’s top sound mixers took part, is the new
Fostex PD-6 Portable Location Recorder, a

■ External Word & Video sync inputs (auto
selection) and Word Output plus parallel
remote connector
■ Optional AATON connector complies with ASCII
& LTC I/O specifications for external loggers,
timecode synchronisers, etc.

recorder which offers spectacular 24-bit / 96kHz
audio quality and six independent audio tracks.
A recorder offering timecode-locked DVD-RAM
recording to an easy to use 8cm removable media
which answers all the new challenges for location

■ Automated file/take naming routine speeds
set-up time between takes complying to US
and Euro standards. Individual track naming
rolls through to next file/take until changed by
user, if required
■ Comprehensive software selectable UBIT
output format combinations including Scene,
Take, Event no., etc.
■ Proprietory expansion connector to allow PD-6
to dock with planned Fostex rack-mounting
full-size DVD-RAM & power supply unit for
extended recording time on location

recording today.
And a recorder featuring a full-function, featurerich 6-channel mixer, ‘easy access’ monitoring
and all the connectivity one would expect, and
need, from a thoroughly professional unit.
The new PD-6 Portable Location Recorder. Nothing
in the field comes close.

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minutes,
seconds &
frames ahead
of the rest.
Mixer

Mic / Line

P48V

Block Diagram

Mic Amp
(Phase 2/4/6)

T12V

To Rec
Input Gain

MIXER
MEDIA
REVOLUTIONARY REMOVABLE MEDIA
Location recorders need a removable media, it was one of
the requests that we heard from the field again and again.
Part of the success of the portable timecode DAT format
was the fact that at the end of the shoot, the days work’s
there in your hand. We knew that normal DVD-RAM drives,
are not really built for the rigours of location recording and
certainly not suited to being slung over a shoulder.
Therefore we decided upon a brand-new 8cm DVD-RAM

re-record

drive. A drive specially developed for the rigours of
portable use and a drive designed from the ground-up to
provide vibration stability, high speed access and most
importantly, high reliability.
Already proving itself in motion pictures, tv productions
and outside broadcast, the removable 8cm DVD-RAM
cartridges provide two 1.46GB sides, offering, for example,
108 minutes per disc of 4 track recording at 48KHz/16-bit.
And the discs fit right into conventional DVD drives.

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FULLY FEATURED ONBOARD MIXER
PFL
The six channel mixer accepts either
microphone level, with both T-Power
(12V) and Phantom power (48V)
available, or line level. Phase reverse is
provided on the three even channels
while each channel features adjustable
input gain; a generous defeatable and
L Bus
variable high pass filter and an
R Bus
individual defeatable limiter, with
software selectable characteristics and
linking, suited to location recording.
The most ingenious part of the mixer
however is the routing capability: working in conjunction
with each channel’s level control mounted on the face of
the PD-6, the ‘Disc Feed’ switch allows the recording
section of the machine to derive its audio ‘feed’ PRE the
channel level control, meaning levels are set once with the
earlier trim pot, leaving the front level controls for bus
mixing; POST of the channel level control providing for
regular level adjustment on the easily-accessible controls;
or from the Stereo Bus, routed by the PAN switch providing

Limiter

PRE
DISC FEED
Level

Bus
PAN

not only simple stereo mixing of all six channels, but also
by using a combination of the modes, parallel mix (guide)
tracks can be made whilst recording of either five tracks
(mono guide track) or four tracks (stereo guide track). We
call these "1+5" and "2+4" recording modes as separate
BWF files are created. Additional features such as PFL
monitoring and peak led indication on each channel
complete this very flexible mixer.

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Main Features
■ BWF or SDII™ audio file formats in 16-bit or
24-bit resolution (on the same disc)
■ Fostex Verify/Write feature constantly
examines data being recorded to DVD-RAM
(not 96kHz/4tr or 192kHz/2tr)
■ UDF (Universal Disc Format) on DVD-RAM
allows discs to be mounted & read instantly on
both PC and Mac platforms
■ Mono, stereo or 4-track recording modes. Full
on-board copy, paste, insert, cut and erase
features with high precision scrubbing
■ Full timecode facilities
■ Avid™ compatibility. BWF files recorded on the
DV40 can be imported directly into Avid Film
Composer (depending on software version)
along with information about Scene, Take, Reel
Number, Event, etc. being transported and read
from the files Metadata. The Metadata area is
user-editable for future expansion
■ Circle Take to mark files/takes for easy
identification leading to quick imports and EDL
references
■ Up to 100 cue points per file/take
■ Alpha numeric keypad for quick file/take &
track naming, EDL manipulation, location, etc.

DV40
DVD Master Recorder
Working hand-in-hand with post production facilities, sound mixers, radio
stations and ADR suites, Fostex’s continual development of the DV40
mastering machine means that it‘s ready to handle every application and
exception in today’s, and tomorrow’s, constantly changing and challenging audio
environments.
Able to record four simultaneous non-destructive audio tracks to DVD-RAM at up to 24 bit /

■ Large high-resolution (200 pulses per rotate)
jog/shuttle dial and clever digital tracking
technology result in super-accurate audio
scrubbing

192kHz resolution and with its elegant timecode implementation, the DV40 has quickly become

■ EDL management built-in to create & edit
multiple ALE (Avid™ Log Exchange)
compatible edit decision lists per DVD-RAM.

Post production houses too have warmed to the DV40. The handy Universal Disc Format (UDF),

the machine of choice for many film and tv productions in the US, Europe and beyond helping to
streamline the production process and hence reduce costs.

which allows DV40 media to be mounted and read by Macintosh and PC workstations, easy
media network integration and ultra-fast, rock solid synchronisation, is revolutionising many

■ Large multi-function fluorescent display,
oversized illuminated transport keys

productions from LA to London.

■ Future software developments and updates
implemented via CD or DVD and built-in
Ethernet via PC available for download from the
dedicated web site: www.fostexdvd.net
■ Excellent compatibility - can read other
manufacturers DVD-RAM discs containing
FAT16 formatted BWF files
timecode generator

clear fluorescent display

■ External Word & Video sync inputs and Word
Output plus parallel remote connector

■ 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet networking for easy
integration into production networks
■ DAT ‘cloning’. Monitors timecode input during
recording of DAT to DVD-RAM and creates a
new file automatically whenever timecode goes
‘discontinuous’
■ Automated file/take naming routine speeds
set-up time between takes complying to US
and Euro standards. Individual track naming
rolls through to next file/take until changed by
user, if required
■ Comprehensive software selectable UBIT
output format combinations including Scene,
Take, Event no., etc.

headphone monitoring

Of course what really sets the DV40 apart is its

■ Dedicated ADR (Automatic Dialogue
Replacement) software features built-in
■ Comprehensive I/O including 24 bit/192kHz on
balanced XLR and 1/4" phone jacks; AES/EBU
digital

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elegant handling of timecode as it addresses the
challenges presented by today’s ‘random access’
requirements: able to synchronise with both external
■ Optional
Model 5050
With the new
optional Model
5050 card fitted,
the DV40 can
read the 6 track
files created by
the PD-6 simply
by removing the
8cm DVD-RAM
from its case and
placing it in the
DV40's tray.
In addition, analog outputs 5 & 6 are provided
on balanced XLR connectors as well as
AES/EBU on XLR. A software update provided
with Model 5050 allows the meters to be
switched between all six channels.

word and video signals, the built-in timecode
generator is fully featured and even includes the new
23.976 frame HD camera mode.
Continuous development has seen the recent
introduction of the Model 5050 card which allows the
DV40 to read the 6 track files created by the PD-6,
new enhanced ‘take’ (file) naming complying with US
and European clapper board standards and EDL
management tools allowing ALE (Avid Log Exchange)
compatibility.
The perfect production partner to a PD-6 or the
ultimate timecode master recorder. The DV40 is all
this. And more.

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scrubbing
JUST LIKE TAPE
The large high-resolution (200 pulses per
rotate) jog/shuttle dial and clever digital
tracking technology result in incredible
audio scrubbing.
It really is just like using tape.

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SEAMLESS INTEGRATION
PD-6 8cm DVD-RAM discs can be played out on a DV-40 by
simply removing them from the caddy and placing in the
DVD-RAM tray. It‘s this kind of simple and seamless
integration which makes the PD-6 / DV40 such a
formidable production team.
The DV40 provides high precision scrubbing for PD-6 DVDRAM discs, easy ethernet networking plus extensive audio /
timecode manipulation.

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Plus, with it’s on-board Ethernet networking capabilities
recorded files can easily be transferred around the post
house’s media network.
In addition to UDF PD-6/DV40 files, DV40 can also read files
created on other manufacturers recorders in FAT16, BWF
Interleaved format complete with timecode information.

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interfacing
INCREDIBLY WELL CONNECTED
Each of the four audio channels feature balanced XLR
inputs individually switchable between +4dBu and –10dBV
and the highest quality 24bit/192kHz AD converters. The
outputs are provided on both balanced XLR again with
24bit/192kHz DA converters as well as 1/4" unbalanced
phone jacks for easy monitoring hook-up.
Flexible headphone monitoring is provided on the front
panel with switchable source selection for Track 1+2,
Track 3+4, Track 1+3/2+4 and each track individually.
Digital input and output for all four channels is taken care
of via the AES/EBU format (doubling up for 176.4/192kHz)

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on XLR connectors, while the standard complement of
timecode, video sync and word clock inputs and outputs
are also present. Interoperability and system integration is
taken care of via 9 and 15 pin RS-422 connectors, the
latter also providing a 12V 400mA power source for future
remote control applications. Both these interfaces comply
to the Sony 9-Pin protocol for standard VTR emulation and
Fostex’s own extended instruction set.
The 10Base-T/100-BaseTX Ethernet (RJ-45) port and a
firmware-selectable GPI (General Purpose Interface) for
remote control, fader starts and file search rounds off this
most comprehensive set of interface capabilities.

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The DV40 is capable of recording up to
24bit / 192kHz depending on recording
mode used. In addition, other formats
offered: (see chart on page 7)
16bit / 44.1kHz, 16bit / 48kHz, 24bit /
44.1kHz, 24bit / 48kHz, 24bit / 88.2kHz,
24bit / 96kHz and 24bit / 176.4kHz

DV40 is equipped with 10/100Base-T Ethernet
as standard. Once the IP address is set DV40
files will be available via your media network.

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INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTORS (0dBu = 0.775Vrms)
ANALOG AUDIO INPUT
CH. 1-6 (Line/Mic selectable)
Connector
XLR-3-31 type (Pin2:Hot)
Input Level
-30 - +4dBu (+/-5dB, Line)
-60 - -26dBu (+/-5dB, Mic)
Maximum Input Level
+24dBu (Line) / -40dBu (Mic)
Input Impedance
More than 10k ohm
ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT
Connector
Reference Output Level
Maximum Output Level
Output Load Impedance
AUX INPUT / OUTPUT
Connector
Reference Input Level
Maximum Input Level
Input Impedance
Reference Output Level

TR. 1 - 6
XLR-3-32 type (Pin2:Hot)
+4dBu
+24dBu
More than 10k ohm
10pin – male / balanced (Hirose)
+4dBu
+24dBu
More than 10k ohm
+4dBu / -10dBu / -60dBu (switchable)

DV40
GENERAL
Recording Medium

E-IDE DVD-RAM
(optional 2.5" hard disk is mountable)
SDII™ / BWF
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz
16bit (44.1/48kHz)
24bit (44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192kHz)
see chart on previous page

File Format
Sampling Frequency
Quantization
Recording Track

INPUT / OUTPUT - (0dBu=0.775Vrms, 0dBV=1Vrms)
Reference Input Level
+4dBu / -10dBV (Balanced)
Analog Input (Tr 1 – 4)
Connector
Input Impedance
Rated Input Level
Max. Input Level
Analog Output (Tr 1 – 4)
Connector
Output Load impedance
Rated Output Level
Max. Output Level
Monitor Output (Tr 1 – 4)
Connector
Output Load Impedance
Rated Output Level
Max. Output Level
Headphones Output
Connector
Load Impedance
Max. Output Level

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More than 10k ohm

XLR-3-31 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
10k ohm or more
+4dBu
+24dBu
XLR-3-32 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
600 ohm or more
+4dBu
+24dBu
Ø 6mm phone jack (Unbalanced)
10k ohm or more
-10dBV
+10dBV
Ø 6mm stereo phone jack
8 ohm or more
100mW (at 32ohm)

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PARALLEL REMOTE
Connector

DIGITAL INPUT / OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Connector
D-sub 25pin (auto software selection)
Input Format
IEC60958 (S/P DIF) or
IEC60958 (AES/EBU), auto selection
Output Format
IEC60958 (S/P DIF) or
IEC60958 (AES/EBU), auto selection
LTC INPUT
Connector
XLR-3-31 type (Pin2:Hot), balanced
Format
SMPTE/EBU
Reference Input Level
2Vp-p
Minimum Input Level
0.25Vp-p
Input Impedance
More than 20k ohm
LTC OUTPUT
Connector
XLR-3-32 type (Pin2:Hot), balanced
Format
SMPTE/EBU
Reference Output
2Vp-p
Output Impedance
Less than 1k ohm
Output Load Impedance
More than 600 ohm
VIDEO / WORD INPUT
Connector
BNC (auto software selection)
Reference Input Level
TTL level (w/ 75ohm termination SW)
WORD OUTPUT
Connector
BNC
Output Level
TTL level
AATON INPUT / OUTPUT (Option)
Connector
LEMO 5pin
Format
Complies to ASCII & LTC I/O
IEEE1394
P1394a Draft 2.0 4 pin
USB
Serial A Receptable
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
SOLO or STEREO/MONO: 1+2, MS,
3/5+4/6, 1/3/5+2/4/6, 3/5+2/4/6,
1/3+2/4, ST. AUX IN, ST. BUS
Connector
6mm dia stereo phone jack
Load Impedance
More than 32 ohm
Maximum Output Level
200mW (at 32 ohm)

E-IDE DVD-RAM (8cm)
BWF (SDII™ & AIFF planned future option)
8cm DVD-RAM
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz
16bit (44.1 / 48kHz)
24bit (44.1kHz / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz)
6, Timecode x1
2tr 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96kHz
4tr 44.1 / 48kHz
5tr 44.1 / 48kHz
6tr 44.1 / 48kHz
2+4tr
44.1 / 48kHz
1+5tr
44.1 / 48kHz

Recording Tracks
Track Mode
(verify write : on)

M

Maximum Output Level
Output Load Impedance

PD-6
GENERAL
Recording Device
Recording Format
Recording Medium
Sampling Frequency
Quantization

I

Digital Input (Tr 1 – 2, Tr 3 – 4)
Connector
XLR-3-31 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
Format
IEC60958 (S/P DIF) or IEC60958 (AES/EBU)
Digital Output (Tr 1 – 2, Tr 3 – 4)
Connector
XLR-3-32 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
Format
IEC60958 (S/P DIF) or IEC60958 (AES/EBU)
GPI In (On/Off selectable)
Connector
DIN 5 pin
GPI Out (On/Off selectable)
Connector
DIN 5 pin
TC Input
Connector
XLR-3-31 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
Format
SMPTE / EBU
Rated Input
2Vp-p
Transfer Rate
2.4kbit / sec (SMPTE)
Input Impedance
20k ohm or more
Min. Input Level
0.25Vp-p
TC Output
Connector
XLR-3-32 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
Format
SMPTE / EBU
Rated Output
2Vp-p
Output Impedance
1k ohm or less
Load Impedance
600 ohm or more
TC Thru (Direct output of input TC)
Connector
XLR-3-32 type (Balanced) (1:GND / 2:HOT / 3:COLD)
Video Input (with 75 ohm terminate SW)
Connector
BNC
Rated Input Level
1V p-p
Video Thru (Direct output of input Video signal)
Connector
BNC
WORD Input (with 75 ohm terminate SW)
Connector
BNC
Rated Input Level
TTL level

DC12V - 18V IN
Connector
DC12V OUT
Connector
Max.
PERFORMANCE
R/P Frequency Response
Signal to Noise Ratio
Line:

Mic:
Dynamic Range
T.H.D.
Reference Recording Level
Cue Point Chunk
Power Life

PHYSICAL
Power Requirement

Power Consumption
Dimension
Weight
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ZP-6
AD-15B/C
ATC-4

I

N

G

MINI DIN 8pin female

XLR-4-32 type
HR10A-7R-4S (Hirose 4pin female) x2
0.5A (Total combined)

20Hz to 20kHz +/-1dB (fs : 44.1 / 48kHz)
20Hz to 40kHz +/-1dB (fs : 88.2 / 96kHz)
100dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit,
ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz) typical
87dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit, ref:-20dB, fs:48kHz) typical
100dB (ADC-DAC, 24bit, ref:-18dB, fs:48kHz) typical
Less than 0.01% (1kHz, -1dB, ADC-DAC, 24bit,
ref:-18dB, fs:48kHz typical)
-18 / -20dB (switchable)
100
2 hours continuous operation estimated,
NP-1 type Li-ion

NP-1 type battery
AC Adaptor - option model AD-15B/C
DC 12V - 18V
25W
334 (W) x 109 (H) x 241 (D)mm
3.5kg (w/o battery)

Carrying Case
AC Adaptor
AATON Interface

WORD Output
Connector
BNC
Rated Output Level
TTL level
WORD Thru (Direct output of input WORD)
Connector
BNC
9P-REMOTE (RS-422)
Connector
D-sub 9 pin
Protocol
Sony 9 pin protocol (Controlled)
15P-REMOTE (RS-422)
Connector
D-sub 15 pin
Protocol
Sony 9 pin protocol (Controlled)
ETHERNET
Connector
RJ-45
Format
IEEE802.3 (10BASE-T & 100BASE-TX standard)
PS/2 port x2
Mouse port for PC & Keyboard port
PERFORMANCE
R/P Frequency Response

Signal to Noise Ratio
Dynamic Range
Pitch Control
Reference Record Level
Crossfade
LOCATE MEMORY
Main Memory
Cue Point/File Memory
(per file)
PHYSICAL
Power Handling
Dimensions
Weight

20Hz to 20kHz +/- 1dB (fs : 44.1/48kHz)
20Hz to 40kHz +/- 2dB (fs : 88.2/96kHz)
20Hz to 80kHz +/- 3dB (fs : 176.4/192kHz)
110dB (typical)
110dB (typical)
0.0% - max. 200.0% (0.1% step)
-12dB / -18dB / -20dB (switchable on software)
10msec (default)
100
100

120VAC / 230VAC
482 (W) x 141 (H) x 381 (D)mm
7.4kg

DVD Recording Times
DV40
4.7GB
MONO
2-TRK
4-TRK

16-BIT
44.1kHz
48kHz
838
770
419
385
209
192

44.1kHz
558
279
139

48kHz
513
256
128

24-BIT
88.2kHz
279
139
69

96kHz
256
128
*64

192kHz
128
*64
N/A

PD-6
1.46GB
2-TRK
4-TRK
5-TRK
6-TRK

16-BIT
44.1kHz
48kHz
118
108
59
54
47
43
39
36

44.1kHz
78
39
31
26

48kHz
72
36
28
24

24-BIT
88.2kHz
39
N/A
N/A
N/A

96kHz
36
N/A
N/A
N/A

All times are in
minutes
per-side of a
DVD-RAM disc
* without Verify-Write

DVD

Distributor / Authorised Dealer

TIMECODE DVD-RAM RECORDING

www.fostexdvd.net
Fostex Corporation, 3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021
Tel: +81 (0)42-546-4974 Fax: +81 (0)42-546-9222
In accordance with our policy of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications without notice. E&OE. All trademarks acknowledged.



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